Flexible Rate Membership

For many people, climbing is more than just a workout, it’s a source of joy, connection, and well being. We recognize that maintaining a gym membership can become a difficult trade off when you’re juggling other financial responsibilities. The Flexible Rate Membership Program exists to help reduce that burden. Our goal is to create a climbing gym that serves as a sanctuary. We want Spire to be a place where you don’t have to choose between caring for your mental and physical health and paying essential bills.

This program is built on trust, integrity, and community care. It recognizes that financial circumstances vary and aims to remove cost barriers that might otherwise prevent people from climbing with us. To keep the program sustainable and available to those who truly need it, we offer four flexible pricing tiers, each designed to reflect different levels of financial support.

HOW TO ACCESS THE PROGRAM

  • Tiers 1 and 2 are honor‑based and self‑selected. No application is required. We trust our community to choose the tier that best reflects their current financial situation.  We simply ask you to share what this membership means to you.

    This membership is right for you if:

    • Spire is your “third place,” and a full‑price membership isn’t currently sustainable.

    • You’re managing tight finances due to life transitions, rising costs, or temporary financial strain.

    • A modestly reduced rate would make it possible for you to climb consistently and stay connected to our community.

    Consider a Regular Membership if you:

    • Can comfortably afford a full‑price membership.

    • Are primarily looking for a discount rather than financial support.

    • Have stable income and discretionary spending flexibility.

    Tier (1-2) Membership Details

    • FULL access to both of our facilities

    • FREE yoga and fitness classes

    • FREE Intro to Climbing and Lead classes

    • FREE Better Climber Series clinics

    • FREE guest passes (1 per month)

    • 10% discount on all retail

    • 50% OFF monthly rental gear

    • NO enrollment fee

    • NO contract, cancel anytime

    • CHOOSE your tier

      • Tier 1 - $70/month

      • Tier 2 - $60/month

    *If the course is full, please check back as new spaces will be allotted weekly.

  • Tiers 3 and 4 offer deeper discounts and are application‑based. These tiers are designed for individuals experiencing significant financial barriers.

    We ask a few additional questions so we can better understand your situation and place you in the tier that best supports you, while keeping this limited program available for others who need it.

    This membership is right for you if:

    • Struggle to consistently meet basic needs.

    • Are unemployed or underemployed through no fault of your own.

    • Receive government assistance for housing, food, or healthcare.

    • Rarely purchase new items due to financial constraints.

    • Support children or dependents and are struggling to meet their needs.

    • Have a disability or medical condition that limits your ability to work.

    • Are an elder with limited or fixed income.

    • Face ongoing medical expenses not covered by insurance.

    Consider a Regular Membership if you:

    • Travel recreationally or take frequent vacations.

    • Choose part‑time work by preference.

    • Have the financial flexibility to take unpaid time off.

    • Regularly dine out, attend events, or purchase new clothing without financial strain.

    • Have investments, retirement accounts, or inherited wealth.

    • Have high earning potential, even if you’re not currently using it by choice.

    Tier (3-4) Membership Details

    • FULL access to both of our facilities

    • FREE yoga and fitness classes

    • FREE Intro to Climbing and Lead classes

    • FREE Better Climber Series clinics

    • FREE guest passes (1 per month)

    • FREE monthly rental gear

    • 10% discount on all retail

    • NO enrollment fee

    • NO contract, cancel anytime

    • CHOOSE your tier

      • Tier 3 - $50/month

      • Tier 4 - $40/month

    *Please allow up to 7 days for our team to review applications.

    *If the course is full, please check back as new spaces will be allotted weekly.

Sign Up for Tiers 1-2
Apply for Tiers 3-4

What else should I know?

  • Flexible Rate Memberships are limited in number and offered on a first‑come basis.

  • Memberships are provided at a reduced rate for six months.

  • At the end of six months, members may:

    • Transition to a standard membership (with no enrollment fee), or

    • Reapply for the Flexible Rate Program if financial challenges continue.

  • Members may cancel at any time without penalty.

Community Accountability

By enrolling in this program, you affirm that the selected tier reflects your current financial reality. To keep this program available for those who truly need it, we ask members to adjust their tier if circumstances change.

If a Flexible Rate Membership is found to be used outside its intended purpose, Spire may ask the member to transition to a standard membership. This helps ensure continued access for community members facing genuine financial barriers.